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UPDATE: This post has been updated on August 23, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

You know green is my all-time favorite color for as long as I can remember. And even though it’s not as prominent in my wardrobe as it was when I was a child, I still have a soft spot for everything green. So imagine my delight when Christian Louboutin came out with these suede ankle strap pumps this summer. It was like good meets better. What’s not so good about these? Yeah, the price obviously.

Christian Louboutin Greissimo Mule Knotted Platform Pumps in green suede

Christian Louboutin Greissimo Mule Knotted Platform Pumps
($895, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Christian Louboutin

Fergie, Elisa Sednaoui and Victoria Beckham wearing suede Christian Louboutin Greissimo Mule Knotted Platform Pumps

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Wet Seal Knot Peep-toe Heels

UPDATE (08/23/2011): Stumbled upon another CL look-a-like which is available at Wet Seal and is super duper cheap at only $26.50.

Wet Seal Knot Peep-toe Heels in red faux suede (Christian Louboutin Greissimo Mule knockoffs)

Wet Seal Knot Peep-toe Heels
($26.50, Wet Seal)

Charles Albert New 2064 Open-Toe Pumps

UPDATE (05/25/2011): Woot woot, found this amazing and super cheap Loubie look-a-like by Charles Albert. And I like the fire red color here so much more than the green! They’re faux suede, but you can’t expect too much quality for this price. So, if you’re in need for some guilt-free retail therapy…

Charles Albert New 2064 Open-Toe Pumps in red faux suede (Christian Louboutin Greissimo Mule knockoffs)

Charles Albert New 2064 Open-Toe Pumpscj
($34.95, Endless)

Topshop “LOIS” Suede Knot Detail Platform Sandals

UPDATE (03/25/2011): Here’s another great Louboutin alternative coming from Topshop. Available in orange, light grey and pink suede.

Topshop "LOIS" Suede Knot Detail Platform Sandals in orange, taupe and fuchsia suede (Christian Louboutin Greissimo Mule knockoffs)

Topshop “LOIS” Suede Knot Detail Platform Sandalsls
($130, Topshop)

Miss KG “Honolulu” Ankle Strap Sandals

UPDATE (03/25/2011): Just came across these Loubie knockoffs by Miss KG. They are available in either red or nude suede as pictured below.

Miss KG "Honolulu" Ankle Strap Sandals in red and nude suede (Christian Louboutin Greissimo Mule knockoffs)

Miss KG “Honolulu” Ankle Strap Sandalsls
(£45, Kurt Geiger)

P.S.: Also available at ASOSls.

Butter “Stanley” Ankle-Strap Pumps

Butter have obviously taken a lot cues from Monsieur Louboutin for their “Stanley” ankle strap pumps. The knotted detail, the ankle strap, the material, the color, well, they basically copied everything except for the platform which is not as high. They are quite expensive for what we’d normal post as an alternative, but if you can’t get hold of the real thing and have a little extra cash to spend these here are the next best thing. And if you happen not to be a fan of the limey color, these also come in magenta, pink and powder suede as well as gold and silver metallic leather.

Butter "Stanley" Ankle-Strap Pumps in green suede (Christian Louboutin Greissimo Mule knockoffs)

Butter “Stanley” Ankle-Strap Pumpsendless
($175.19, Endless)

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Ahhh, this one’s an oldie but goodie. Christian Louboutin‘s Very Privé studded pumps were all the rage among celebs back when I started this blog (can you believe it’s been almost 3 years already?). I really wanted to do a Real vs. Steal-feature on this shoe style but just couldn’t find a suitable alternative at that time. Fast-forward to 2011 and a decent yet budget-friendly Loubie look-a-like has finally popped up…

Christian Louboutin Very Privé Studded Peep-toe Pumps in black

Christian Louboutin Very Privé Studded Peep-toe Pumps
($995, SOLD OUT)

Celebrities Love Christian Louboutin

Diane Kruger, Ashley Tisdale, Michelle Rodriguez, Olivia Wilde, Kristen Bell and Nicky Hilton wearing black Christian Louboutin Very Privé Studded Peep-toe Pumps

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Twisted Kam-12 Studded Peep-toe Pumps

… No red sole, the platform is significantly lower and the studs aren’t quite as spikey, but for a $40 shoe this pump by Twisted comes pretty close to the Louboutin original. What do you think? Hit or miss?

Twisted Kam-12 Studded Peep-toe Pumps in black (Christian Louboutin Very Privé knockoffs)

Twisted Kam-12 Studded Peep-toe Pumps
($39.98, LoveMyShoes)

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Colorblocking is like the thing to do this summer. I’ve written about it time and time again, constantly referring to Gucci’s S/S 2011 collection, but I’ve never actually gotten around to show a few colorblocking examples from the shoe department. So here you go. This is colorblocking à la Christian Louboutin. These tricolored slingback pumps are a fun way to spruce up a monochrome outfit and a safe way to colorblock on a small scale. Too bad I don’t have the funds to go all out on a pair of Loubies… right now.

Christian Louboutin Bianca Sling Colorblock Platform Pumps in beige, yellow & lilac

Christian Louboutin Bianca Sling Colorblock Platform Pumps
(Price Unknown, SOLD OUT)

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Leighton Meester, Olivia Munn & LaLa Vasquez wearing Christian Louboutin Bianca Sling Colorblock Platform Pumps

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Chinese Laundry “Mondrian” Colorblock Slingback Pumps

HOT DEAL: Use coupon code CL15REG323 to receive 15% OFF all regular priced shoes! This offer is valid through 06/30/11.

So the “Mondrian” heel by Chinese Laundry isn’t patent and has a peep-toe, but the colorblocking is spot on! It’s a great alternative to test drive the colorblocking trend all while staying within the budget. And did I mention you can save an additional 15% by using the promo code posted above? Double-deal! Also available in all-black, by the way.

Chinese Laundry "Mondrian" Colorblock Slingback Pumps in beige, yellow, blue (Christian Louboutin Bianca Sling knockoffs)

Chinese Laundry “Mondrian” Colorblock Slingback Pumps
($89.95, Chinese Laundry)

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Let’s talk about red. Red gets you noticed. It sucks up all the attention in a room, wanted or not, and pinpoints it all on the wearer. Dita von Teese knows that. No one rocks red as good as Dita, don’t you agree? Just look at this immacutely styled outfit! That’s how the Queen of Burlesque goes shopping by the way. Le sigh! It sure did take me a while to have the guts to rock a flaming red dress but now I already own 3 red dresses and am never going back to not wearing red. Go ahead, flaunt a sexy red dress and notice the difference.

Dita von Teese in a red sheath dress and red Christian Louboutin Lady Page pumps

Our Rating: ★★★★★

Who?Dita von Teese
Where?Shopping at Fred Segal & Vivienne Westwood, West Hollywood
When?May 23, 2011
What?Christian Louboutin Lady Page pumps

Dita von Teese’s Lady in Red Look 4 Less

Dita von Teese's Lady in Red Look 4 Less

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UPDATE: This post has been updated on June 02, 2011. Scroll down to see the new add.

I’m pretty sure these Christian Louboutin heels will polarize. You either love or hate them! There’s no question about these being borderline fetish; many refer to these extreme platform pumps as “stripper heels” which is also kind of true since they do have a heavy resemblance with the footwear strippers usually wear, only I do think these have a lot more class. We’ve gotten a few requests from our readers who asked us to find a budget-friendly alternative, so keep on reading to get your Loubie fix 4 less. Feel free to chime in on whether you think these are a do or a don’t.

Christian Louboutin Lady Daf Platform Pumps in black

Christian Louboutin Lady Daf Platform Pumps
($995, Christian Louboutin)

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Jennifer Hudson, Kim Kardashian, Selita Ebanks, Monica, Beyoncé Knowles and Kourtney Kardashian wearing Christian Louboutin Lady Daf Platform Pumps

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Carvela “Active” Platform Pumps

UPDATE (06/02/2011): Just stumbled upon these super fab platforms by UK shoe brand Carvela. I think they’re a great alternative if you’re craving the Louboutin look. Available in black or nude patent.

Carvela "Active" Platform Pumps in black and nude patent (Christian Louboutin Lady Daf knockoffs)

Carvela “Active” Platform Pumpsls
(£100, Kurt Geiger)

P.S.: Also available at Javari.co.ukjavari, John Lewis, House of Frasercj, Harrodsls & Selfridges & Co.ls.

Bordello by Pleaser Teeze-07 Platform Pumps

These Bordello by Pleaser platform pumps have been around way longer than the Louboutins, so maybe Louboutin took his inspiration from these rather than the other way round? They are borderline stripperish (more so if you consider all the other shoe styles from this line), but now that Louboutin has made stripper heels red carpet acceptable you might get away wearing these. Available in 17 (!) different colors, materials & finishes. Sequined, lace-covered, glittered… basically anything your heart could wish for.

Bordello by Pleaser Teeze-07 Platform Pumps in black (Christian Louboutin Lady Daf knockoffs)

Bordello by Pleaser Teeze-07 Platform Pumpscj
($68.45, Endless)

P.S.: Also available at Shoebuycj, ShiekhShoescj, Sears & Buy.comls.

Chinese Laundry “Keep It Real” Platform Pumps

HOT DEAL: Use code “CL15REG323” for 15% OFF reg. priced styles! Ends 05/31.

These Chinese Laundry heels have a few differences, but I’m still pretty sure Louboutin’s Lady Daf heels were the inspiration to these platforms. The platform here is super sick, right? Available in black or white.

Chinese Laundry "Keep It Real" Platform Pumps in black (Christian Louboutin Lady Daf knockoffs)

Chinese Laundry “Keep It Real” Platform Pumps
($129.95, Chinese Laundry)

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